About Us
Awards, Accreditations and Accolades
The Elliot Hospital Mission and Beliefs
YEAR IN REVIEW
Fiscal Year 2003
Timeline of Events
June 2003
The Mary & John Elliot Charitable Foundation hosted Elliot Health System's
13th annual Cancer Survivor's Day (CSD) Celebration on National Cancer Survivor's
Day, June 1, 2003, welcoming 1,200 cancer survivors and their families from
around the state to a celebration of life at the Center of New Hampshire. The
guests of honor were those who had previously received or are currently undergoing
treatment at Elliot's Regional Cancer Center. The ‘50s-themed celebration included
an American diner photo booth, a barbecue-style buffet, massage therapy, Reiki
demonstrations, and live music by the “Continentals.” “Elvis” also stopped
by for a special appearance and performance. The day of celebration was sponsored
in part by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, The Center of New Hampshire,
Delta Dental, Hannaford Brothers, New England PET Imaging, Novartis, Roche,
Pfizer, and WQLL COOL 96.5 FM.
May 2003
National Nurses' Week is devoted to
the work of America's 2.7 million registered nurses
who save lives and maintain the health of millions.
Elliot nurses celebrated with a Nurses' Day Walk, a
motivational speaker, and a luncheon reception. Nearly
100 Elliot nurses, staff members, and their families
participated in the “Walk For Nurses” in Concord. Elliot
walkers demonstrated their pride and distinguished
themselves by carrying yellow and blue Elliot balloons.
On Nurses' Day, Elliot nurses and allied healthcare
professionals were invited to listen to Motivational
Speaker Linda Arnold, who spoke about thriving in a
demanding environment, life's transitions, setting
limits, and caretaking and caregiving. In recognition
of our nursing professionals, the Nurses' Week Committee
organized a luncheon reception. Chief Nurse
Executive Deb Baker, President and Chief Executive
Officer Doug Dean, Executive Vice President and Chief
Operations Officer Beth Hughes, and Chief Financial
Officer Rick Elwell each commended our nursing professionals
and thanked them for their hard work.
April 2003
Elliot Health System honored its volunteers
during National Volunteer Week, April 27 to May 3,
with a celebration at the Executive Court Yard in Manchester.
Volunteers were honored and recognized for their time,
commitment, and dedication to the health system. Elliot
Health System is proud to be part of the 85% of non-profit
organizations that utilize volunteers, and of the 65%
that provide volunteer training.
March 2003
On Tuesday, March 4, nearly 50 staff members
from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield “walked a mile” in
the shoes of Elliot Health System clinical departments.
Each member was assigned to take a tour with one of
seven groups from various departments throughout the
health system: Senior Health, Emergency/Trauma, Women's
and Children's Services, Ancillary Support, Ambulatory
Services, Operating, and Oncology Services. The Anthem “tourists” had
many positive experiences: some witnessed the birth
of a baby, others watched the fast-acting catheterization
team simulate an angioplasty procedure for a patient
who came into the Emergency Department, while still
others observed procedures in the OR. At the end of
the day, the tourists shared their Elliot experiences
with each other and the Elliot management team.
February 2003
Elliot Hospital was approved to receive $400,000 from the appropriations process
of the United States Congress to benefit its Maternity Department and Newborn
Intensive Care Unit. The funding will provide the latest medical technology
for the over 2,600 families who deliver at Elliot each year, and for the
NICU to accommodate the increased number of babies needing advanced care.
Although these appropriations are not unusual nationwide, this is the first
time Elliot Hospital has been the recipient. We appreciate the efforts of
Senator John Sununu, who tirelessly advocated for Elliot to acquire these
funds from a fiscal year 2003 Omnibus Appropriation.
January 2003
In January, WMUR TV-9 Health News Reporter
Jennifer Vaughn introduced the Spa Within at Elliot
Hospital. Located on the fifth floor of Elliot, it
is one of the first spas inside a hospital. The Spa
Within provides patients the safety, cleanliness,
and anonymity of a hospital environment and offers
services ranging from hand and foot therapies, facials,
and massage to detoxifying and herbal wraps, BOTOX® therapy,
and Arctic Laser Peels. Medical estheticians were
interviewed on the importance of choosing a reputable
salon, one that focuses on safety and quality.
December 2002
Becca Rose Wenzil stayed at the Elliot for
over five months. She was born in August, weighing
only 1 lb. 3 oz. and three months premature. And
by December, she was ready to go home. The doctors
wanted to release her, but her visiting nurse agency
could not find a specialized registered nurse for
her home care. Becca's story made headlines and the
publicity helped her family find the qualified home health providers she needed.
On Monday, December 23, the hospital's public affairs team and NICU
staff hosted a farewell party and news conference, and the Wenzil family
received the most perfect holiday gift of all; their baby came home.
November 2002
In November, Elliot Hospital became the
first hospital in the state to offer PET Scanning,
a groundbreaking science that is positively influencing
healthcare. PET (Positron Emission Tomography) plays
a key role in identifying cancer and diagnosing coronary
disease. It also examines the brain for neurological
diseases that imaging techniques such as MRI or CT
scanning cannot. PET also plays a significant role
in monitoring the effects of therapy and guiding
treatment planning.
October 2002
On October 9, EHS held its 2nd Annual
Autumn Appreciation Celebration to thank major
donors for their generosity and commitment to the
organization. The highlight of the evening was
the dedication of Elliot's Award for Philanthropy.
Dorothy M. Goodwin was honored for her care and
compassion. She is both a major donor to the health
system and an individual who uses her boundless
energy to educate others on the importance of community
support for Elliot. Mrs. Goodwin has been an active
member of the Elliot Hospital Associates for 50
years and has an enduring devotion to the mission
of EHS.
September 2002
Each year, the Elliot Hospital hosts its annual Newborn Intensive Care Unit
Reunion. September 2002 marked the 13th celebration and welcomed nearly 1,000
current and former patients and their families back to the hospital to celebrate
life and hope. The day was filled with activities and entertainment; information
was also provided to parents on emerging NICU trends and the Elliot NICU's
plans for the future. Major sponsors of the event included Ross Pharmaceuticals,
Hannaford Brothers, and Parenting NH magazine.
August 2002
Through its Perioperative Intern Program, the Elliot trains registered
nurses, with limited or no Operating Room experience, to the specialty.
The initiative helps nurses currently on staff at EHS learn what it takes
to be an OR Nurse. The 26-module program, distributed by the Association
of Perioperative Registered Nurses, covers critical aspects of surgical
nursing and allows the nurse to develop the complex knowledge and skills
necessary to meet the individualized needs of the surgical patient. When
the program is finished, the student has acquired the skills to serve as
a novice perioperative practitioner and has the option to fill vacant OR
staff positions at the Elliot.
July 2002
Elliot Hospital Nursing Center for Practice and Education created a
pilot program called Summer Nursing Camp, available to younger students
interested in the nursing profession. In late July and early August, 8th
graders from Manchester, Goffstown, and Londonderry discovered the various
roles nurses take on and experienced a “day in the life” of a nurse to help
them decide if nursing is the career path for them. The program was
co-sponsored by St. Anselm College’s Department of Nursing and supported by the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce, Manchester School to Careers
Partnership, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the New Hampshire
Board of Nursing. Students learned of healthcare volunteer opportunities
available to them and were linked to the Elliot Hospital Medical Explorer
Program and the Elliot Hospital Discover Nursing Program. This project is
funded by Health Career Fund Community Program 2002 in collaboration with
Hanover Hill Nursing Home and VNA Child Care.
